Antitranspirant vs. Antiperspirant

Antitranspirantadjective

Reducing transpiration in plants.

Antitranspirantnoun

A substance applied to plant leaves to reduce transpiration.

Antitranspirant

Antitranspirants are compounds applied to the leaves of plants to reduce transpiration. They are used from Christmas trees, on cut flowers, on newly transplanted shrubs, and in other applications to preserve and protect plants from drying out too quickly.

Antiperspirantnoun

A substance used to minimize sweating or perspiration, and usually applied to the underarm area.

Antiperspirantnoun

an astringent substance applied to the skin to reduce perspiration

Antiperspirantnoun

a substance that is applied to the skin, especially under the arms, to prevent or reduce perspiration.